Gardener jobs in Prestbury

Working Pattern: Full time

Working Arrangement: 36.25 hours per week

Interview Date/Type: 7th and 8th December / Face to face

About the Role

This is an exciting career grade opportunity for someone with experience in greenspace management, street cleansing, or a related field who is ready to take the next step in their career.

Working alongside the Greenspace & Street Cleansing Manager, you will support the development and performance management of Trafford's greenspace and street cleansing services.

Contract management is a significant part of the role. You will work closely with the service provider to ensure customer expectations are met and performance targets are achieved. You will monitor delivery, investigate service issues and challenge performance.

You will build productive relationships with internal and external stakeholder, using those relationships to resolve issues and deliver positive outcomes for Trafford.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience of greenspace, street cleansing, environmental services, grounds maintenance or a similar operational service.
• Builds strong relationships with a wide range of stakeholders and can communicate, negotiate and influence effectively.
• Has experience of monitoring service delivery and managing contractor or service performance.
• Can interpret performance data, identify trends and use evidence to challenge performance and drive service improvement.
• Is committed to learning and development and has the ambition to progress through the career grade.
• Is passionate about delivering high-quality frontline services and improving outcomes for local communities.

Additional Information

This advert may close early if we receive a high number of applications, so please apply as soon as possible.

• Full, valid, clean UK driving licence with access to own vehicle insured for business use.
• Willing and able to travel to sites within the Trafford Borough.
• Willing and be able to attend meetings outside of normal core hour.

Find Out More.

For the full details of this opportunity, please refer to the role profile linked below.

If you have any questions or would like an informal chat you can get in contact with the hiring manager, Helen Ashcroft at helen.ashcroft@trafford.gov.uk

About us...

Trafford is a vibrant, inclusive borough at the heart of Greater Manchester. Home to 235,000 residents, four thriving town centres, over 11,000 businesses, and 60+ parks and green spaces. We’re a place where community and opportunity meet. With excellent transport links, a proud heritage as the birthplace of the NHS, world-class sporting venues and outstanding schools, Trafford is a fantastic place to live, work, and thrive.

Why Trafford?

We’re more than just a local authority; we’re a team of passionate people committed to making a real difference. We deliver essential services that matter, from education and social care to business support, licensing, libraries and leisure and much more. No matter what your role is with us, you will help us to create a borough where all our “residents, businesses and communities thrive.”

Our Culture...

Our values are at the heart of everything we do. They’re not just words on a wall, they shape how we work together, make decisions, and support each other every day.

They help us create a workplace where everyone feels valued, heard, and inspired to do their best. If you share these values and want your work to have real purpose and impact, Trafford is the perfect place to grow your career.

What you'll love about working with us...

Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development and work-life balance:

• Generous Leave: Start with 26 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays), with options to carry over or buy extra days.
• Flexible Perks: Discounts on car leasing, cycle to work, home tech, plus family friendly policies and hybrid working
• Invest in your future: Join our generous Local Government Pension Scheme for peace of mind.
• Grow with us: We'll support your development at every stage! Through leadership programmes like our EPIC Manager, LEAP into leadership and senior leadership. Plus, you'll have access to specialist qualifications and personal coaching to unlock your full potential.
• Wellbeing First: Guided wellbeing walks and “Tea and Talk” sessions, and events like World Mental Health and National Fitness Day.
• Connect with us: Connect with colleagues through our staff forums or join our Let’s Talk events to network, share ideas, and hear about the exciting work happening across our council.
• Be Celebrated: For all your hard work, ideas and contributions through at our annual Time to Shine event, our cheers for peers’ scheme or through our EPIC Star Awards.

Key Information...

• Pre-Employment Checks: If offered a role, as a minimum we’ll need to verify your right to work in the UK, receive two satisfactory references, and medical check. Some roles may also require a DBS check and/or police vetting, which will be noted on the role profile.
• Please note: We are not a licensed sponsor and will not be able to support with your work visa.
• Privacy Notice: We respect your privacy. For details on how we collect, process, and protect your data, please click here: Recruitment and employment privacy notice | Trafford Council privacy notice | Trafford Council

Make an Impact. Apply Today....

If you are passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a team shaping a better Trafford for our residents, businesses and communities then we'd love to receive an application from you.

We want everyone to feel confident and supported throughout our recruitment process. If you need any help, adjustments or support at any stage, please get in touch with us at recruitment@trafford.gov.uk

After reviewing the role profile and submitting your application, successful candidates will be invited to a values-based interview to learn more about your skills and experience. This is your opportunity to show how you connect with our EPIC values and can contribute to our vision.